April - June Active Adults Newsletter

WHEELING PARK DISTRICT

STAY ACTIVE NEWSLE TTER April - June Edition

Volume 3, Issue 2 SPECIAL EVENTS

LUNCH EVENTS/MENU

TRIPS

BINGO & OPEN PLAY

PICKLEBALL

AQUATICS

HEALTH & FITNESS

WELCOME Stay Active is a quarterly publication for active adults designed to bring you news about activities, events and trips. Our goal is to help you feel welcome and provide you with lots of social and active options to fill your days with memorable experiences.

Bella Licciardello Allen is the Recreation Services Manager at the Wheeling Park District. Bella is all about helping adults stay active and engaged. If you have any questions about activities, events, trips or programs, contact Bella.

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4 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER

YOUR OPINION MATTERS

Looking to resume Drop-In Programs at the CRC? Please contact Bella and let her know what activities interest you.

WALK-IN Community Recreation Center (CRC) 100 Community Boulevard, Wheeling

NEED A RIDE TO THE CRC?

ONLINE www.wheelingparkdistrict.com

Wheeling Township offers bus service for Wheeling Township residents Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Call 847-259-7743 between the hours of 9:00 am and 1:30 pm to schedule transportation.

Reservations should be made two days before the travel date.

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ilicciardello@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-2940

PHONE 847-465-3333 MAIL-IN Mail completed registration form and payment.

WWW.WHEELINGPARKDISTRICT.COM

COMMUNITY EVENTS SPRING EGG SCRAMBLE

Location: Wheeling High School Football Field

Head out to the turf field for fun and games. Bring your camera for a photo with the bunny before the hunt for candy- and toy-filled eggs. Giveaway bags for first 500 kids only. Egg hunting starts promptly at 11:00 am. Please bring a basket to collect your eggs.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

2-6

Saturday

4/16

10:45 - 11:15 am FREE

EASTER BRUNCH

Location: Chevy Chase Country Club Date: Sunday, April 17 Fees: Ages 0 - 5, Free | Ages 6 - 17, $16.95 | Ages 18+, $27.95

Enjoy a wonderful breakfast spread and visit with the Easter Bunny at our annual Easter Brunch. Kids ages 2 - 12 enjoy an egg hunt during each seating! Prepaid reservations are required. Register at www.chevychasecountryclub.com SEATING TIMES EGG HUNT 10:00 am

10:30 am

11:30 am

12:00 pm

1:00 pm

1:30 pm

(All prices per person subject to 7% sales tax and 22% service charge)

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION Location: Heritage Park

Celebrate Earth Day with the whole family! Take a nature walk, learn about all the beautiful wildlife Wheeling has to offer, view live animals up close, and plant seeds at the beautiful butterfly garden. Exhibitors are on hand to present information on the environment and answer all your questions about how to make our planet a better place.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

All Ages

Sunday

4/24

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

FREE

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

Location: Chevy Chase Country Club Date: Sunday, May 8 Fees: Ages 0 - 4 Free | Ages 5 - 12 $9.95 | Ages 13 - 17 $23.95 Ages 18+ $54.95 Seating Times: 10:00 am, 11:30 am and 1:00 pm

Enjoy a special day with mom at our wonderful Mother’s Day Brunch in the beautiful Grand Ballroom. Prepaid reservations are required. Register at www.chevychasecountryclub.com (All prices per person subject to 7% sales tax and 22% service charge)

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LUNCH EVENTS

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

APRIL FOOL’S DAY CELEBRATION Friday, April 1 Join in on a fun afternoon as we welcome Dante Salamante to our “Lunch” stage. Dante is a pianist with experience on guitar, bass, drums, ukulele and harmonica.

KNOWING AND LOVING: THE KEYS TO REAL HAPPINESS Tuesday, April 5 Learn ways to grow your mind and heart every day! Based on Robert Beezat’s book Knowing and Loving: The Keys to Real Happiness, you’ll discover why you are needed and how you can find ways to make a difference in this world. No matter your age, we are all searching for meaning, understanding, happiness and a fuller life. Share your wisdom and give hope to the young.

A CELEBRATION OF CHICAGO Thursday, April 7 Take a step back in time with the sounds of another generation. Jan and Gino present “A Celebration of Chicago” gangster-style, featuring songs from the Roaring ‘20s and the Big Band era.

APRIL SHOWERS Wednesday, April 27 You won’t need an umbrella when Heather Braoudakis welcomes spring with lively seasonal music.

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CINCO DE MAYO Tuesday, May 3 Join Gabe Estrada for a celebration to commemorate the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire at the battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza.

GIRLS OF THE 1950’S Wednesday, May 11 They were the “Girls of the ‘50s” and some of our favorite female vocalists. That was the decade for women like Doris Day, Dinah Shore, Patti Page, Judy Garland and Debbie Reynolds. Heather Braoudakis takes us back in time as she sings their hits and shares their stories.

MUSICAL MEMORIES: THE POWER OF A SONG Friday, May 20 Guitarist Steve Justman performs a variety of “Hit Parade” classics, early rock and roll, beautiful love songs, classic country and vintage folk music. Don’t miss this audience favorite!

AWESOME AUSTRALIA Tuesday, May 24 G’day, mate! With a tapestry of original photographs and deep well of stories, world traveler Brian Michalski illustrates his 10 months of backpacking and working in the “Land Down Under”. While recounting visits to exotic destinations like the Australian Outback, Great Barrier Reef and Tasmania, we also learn about the country’s fascinating history, grand traditions, chic urban life, charming slang, deadly animals and aboriginal influences. This is one adventure you won’t want to miss.

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LUNCH EVENTS

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

CHICAGO SPORTS LEGENDS Wednesday, June 1 Over the years, the City of Chicago has seen many great players across multiple sports. Who could forget notable legends like NBA star Michael Jordan and the Bears Walter Payton? Join historian Tim Wilsey for an interesting look inside our hometown’s legends.

THE MUSIC AND INFLUENCE OF WILLIE NELSON Friday, June 10 Willie Hugh Nelson was an American singer, songwriter, musician actor, producer, poet and activist. Join Steve Justman as he discusses the influence Willie Nelson had on our music and culture.

GARBO: THE MUSICAL Thursday, June 16 Paradise Playhouse presents an original, one-woman musical about the legendary and enigmatic Swedish film star Greta Garbo starring Jillann Gabrielle.

THE RAT PACK Wednesday, June 22 Do you know your rat pack trivia? Join heather Braoudakis for a musical trip to Las Vegas through the songs of Dean, Frank and Sammy from “Live at the Sands” to a night on the town. Test your knowledge of the group that included Humphrey Bogart, Judy Garland and Lauren Bacall.

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Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

APRIL LUNCH MENU

Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Meal Pick up- 9:45 - 10:15 am Jesus 847-650-0650 or 847-459-2606. No walk-ins will be Dine In- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm accepted.

Lunch Events 12:00 - 1:00 pm Dine-in and pick up meals for $5 (Suggested donation) 59 and younger meals $8 One choice per day.

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY LENT

Nutrition Information Scan QR Code

1 Citrus Alaskan Pollock

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5 Salisbury Steak

Meatball / Marinara Sub Sandwich

Robert Beezat

11 Chicken a la Orange

Dante Salamante

12 French Dip of Beef/ Mushrooms & Onions

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6 Roasted Turkey Breast & Wisconsin Cheddar

BBQ Riblet

Hamburger

25 Baked Meatloaf w/Country Gravy

26 Eggs w/Biscuits & Gravy

Chicken & Mini Dumplings

Egg Plant Parmesan

14 Hot Dog

20 BLT Chicken Salad

15 Surimi Crab Salad

21 Spaghetti & Meatballs

27 Slow Roasted Beef

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Jan & Gino

13 Classic Lasagna w/Meat Sauce

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7

22 Herbed Baked Chicken

28 Asian Glazed Chicken

29 Turkey Pasta Salad

Heather Braoudakis

Lunch Event (See page 3 for more information.)

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MAY LUNCH MENU

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Meal Pick up- 9:45 - 10:15 am Jesus 847-650-0650 or 847-459-2606. No walk-ins will be Dine In- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm accepted.

Lunch Events 12:00 - 1:00 pm Dine-in and pick up meals for $5 (Suggested donation) 59 and younger meals $8 One choice per day.

MONDAY

TUESDAY 2

Prime Rib of Pork

WEDNESDAY

3 Italian Sausage/ Marinara

THURSDAY

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FRIDAY 5

6

BBQ Pulled Chicken

Dilled Tuna Salad Sandwich

Chicken Marbella

11 Soufflé Lorraine

12 Baked Meatloaf w/ Country Gravy

13 Potato-Crusted Fish Filet

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20 Veal Parmesan

Gabe Estrada

9 Kielbasa

10 Chicken w/ Garden Rotini Pasta Salad

Heather Braoudakis

16 Meatball / Marinara Sub Sandwich

17 Salisbury Steak

23 Chicken a la Orange

18 Roasted Turkey Breast & Wisconsin Cheddar

24 French Dip of Beef/ Mushrooms & Onions

Chicken & Mini Dumplings

Steve Justman

25 Classic Lasagna w/Meat Sauce

26 Surimi Crab Salad

27 Hot Dog

Brian Michalski

30 MEMORIAL DAY

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31 Hamburger

Nutrition Information Scan QR Code

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Lunch Event (See page 3 for more information.)

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

JUNE LUNCH MENU

Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Meal Pick up- 9:45 - 10:15 am Jesus 847-650-0650 or 847-459-2606. No walk-ins will be Dine In- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm accepted.

Lunch Events 12:00 - 1:00 pm Dine-in and pick up meals for $5 (Suggested donation) 59 and younger meals $8 One choice per day.

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Nutrition Information Scan QR Code

https://tinyurl.com/ WPDNutrition

6 Baked Meatloaf

7 Eggs w/Biscuits & Gravy

THURSDAY

1 BLT Chicken Salad

FRIDAY 2

Spaghetti & Meatballs

3 Herbed Baked Chicken

Tim Wilsey

8 Slow Roasted Beef

9 Asian Glazed Chicken

10 Turkey Pasta Salad Steve Justman

13 Prime Rib of Pork

14 Italian Sausage/ Marinara

15 BBQ Pulled Chicken

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17 Chicken Marbella

Dilled Tuna Salad Sandwich

Jill Gabrielle

20 Kielbasa

21 Chicken w/ Garden Rotini Pasta Salad

22 Soufflé Lorraine Heather

23 Baked Meatloaf w/ Country Gravy

24 Potato-Crusted Fish Filet

Braoudakis

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Meatball / Marinara Sub Sandwich

28 Salisbury Steak

29 Roasted Turkey Breast & Wisconsin Cheddar

Lunch Event (See page 3 for more information.)

30 Chicken & Mini Dumplings

31 Veal Parmesan

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TRIPS HOLLYWOOD AURORA CASINO Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior

Test your luck at the casino! Enjoy a day out with friends.

Lunch is not included in price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Thursday

4/7

10:00 am - 3:30 pm

$10/$15

212551-01

THE LITTLE TRAVELER Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior

Spend the afternoon in downtown Geneva exploring 33 exhibits! After visiting the exhibition, the group will stop for lunch at a local establishment. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Tuesday

4/26

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

$20/$25

212551-02

GRAND VICTORIA CASINO Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior

Test your luck at the casino! Enjoy the day with friends at the Elgin Grand Victoria. Lunch is not included in price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Thursday

5/12

10:00 - 3:30 pm

$10/$15

212551-03

CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 5/3

Spend the afternoon in Glencoe walking around and taking in the views of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Lunch is not included.

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AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

55+

Tuesday

5/24

10:00 am - 2:00 pm $12/$18

CODE 212551-04

LINCOLN PARK ZOO Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 6/1

Lincoln Park Zoo is a 35-acre zoo in Chicago. The zoo was founded in 1868, making it the fourth oldest zoo in North America. Spend the afternoon exploring with your friends.

At lunch time, take a short walk to Clark street to dine at many local options. Lunch is not included in price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Thursday

6/16

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

$15/$20

212551-05

LAKE GENEVA BOAT TRIP

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 6/1 Experience a narrated tour of the entire lake while you enjoy a delicious sit-down lunch! This boat tour is 2.25 hours. In addition, there will be free time after to walk around downtown Lake Geneva and explore. Tickets need to be purchased in advance so no refunds can be issued.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Tuesday

6/21

9:30 am - 3:30 pm

$63/$68

212551-06

LYNFRED WINERY

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Spend the afternoon at a Wheeling hidden gem wine tasting and hanging out with friends. Participants may choose to purchase wine, a tasting or both! Light snacks will be provided.

All alcohol purchases are the responsibility of the participant.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Thursday

7/14

12:30 - 2:00 pm

$15/$20

212551-07

LIZZADRO MUSEUM

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 7/11 The Lizzadro Museum in Oak Brook displays gemstone treasures and antiques, with a blending of earth science exhibits. A 1.5 mile guided tour followed by free time in the museum is included.

After, the group will go for lunch locally. Lunch is not included.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

CODE

55+

Wednesday

7/27

9:45 am - 3:00 pm

$20/$25 212551-08

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BINGO BINGO Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior

Join us for Bingo! We will play 10 games for the chance to win exciting prizes! Pre-registration required.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

CODE

55+

Wednesday

4/20

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

212553-01

55+

Wednesday

5/18

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

212553-02

55+

Wednesday

6/29

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

212553-03

55+

Wednesday

7/27

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

212553-04

55+

Wednesday

8/24

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

212553-05

DROP-IN STITCH AND ITCH

Location: CRC room 206 Be social while you stitch.

AGE

DAY

TIME

FEE

55+

Tuesday

12:30 - 3:00 pm

Free

OPEN CARDS

Location: CRC room 206 Enjoy some fun card games in a casual, social setting.

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AGE

DAY

TIME

FEE

55+

Wednesday

12:30 - 2:30 pm

Free

PICKLEBALL BUNNY HOP PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

Location: Chamber Park Courts Registration Deadline: 4/10 Sign up with a teammate and join us for an afternoon at Chamber Park courts in Wheeling for an unsanctioned, just for fun, Pickleball Tournament. Teams play a round-robin format followed by an elimination bracket. Winners receive prizes; water and light snacks are provided. This tournament is for players 50 and older with a 2.0-3.5 rating or beginner and intermediate players. Players are encouraged to bring a chair and plenty of water. Sign up as a team.

AGE

DAY

DATE

50+

Wednesday 4/20

TIME

FEE

CODE

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

$22

203233-01

PICKLEBALL - OPEN GYM Outdoor Courts open April - September If you are looking for a place to play this summer, check out the outdoor Pickleball courts at Chamber Park, 131 N. Wolf Road. Play is first come, first served. It will not be staffed.

Indoor Pickleball Courts available to rent. For more information, contact Katie Klemke at kklemke@wheelingparkdistrict.com.

AQUATICS LAP/OPEN SWIM See the Indoor Pool schedule at www.wheelingparkdistrict.com.

DAILY ADMISSION General............................................................. $6.50 Youth (3-9 years).................................. $5.50 Seniors (62 years +)........................... $5.50 Children (2 years & under)......... FREE

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FITNESS EVENTS OUTDOOR POP UP CLASSES Location: Heritage Park

Find your strong! Join us at beautiful Heritage Park for a series of outdoor fitness classes. All levels of fitness are welcome to attend. Free to Health and Fitness Center members. Pre-registration required.

For more information, please contact 847-465-2943.

DATE

MEMBER / NON MEMBER

AGE

DAY

TIME

14+

Thursday 7/7 - 8/4 6:30 - 7:30 pm Free/$9 per class

WINE AND YOGA IN THE PARK

Registration Deadline: 6/18 Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion

Come celebrate International Day of Yoga in beautiful Heritage Park.

A one hour yoga class will be followed by light appetizers and wine.

Beer and hard seltzer available as well. Must be 21 to attend.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

MEMBER/ NON MEMBER

CODE

21+

Tuesday

6/21

6:00 - 8:00 pm

$25/$30

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HATHA YOGA

Live and breathe: do yoga. Move through poses proven to reduce blood pressure, build core strength and improve spinal health, immune and lymphatic systems, breathing and overall wellness. The focus is on you and your flexibility, strength, relaxation, concentration and body awareness. No class 6/30, 7/2, 7/7, 7/9, 9/1, 9/3 AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

MEMBER / R / NR FEE

14+

Thursday

6/2 - 7/21

6:30 - 7:30 pm

$51/$57/$63 215701-01

14+

Saturday

6/4 - 7/23

8:30 - 9:30 am $51/$57/$63 215701-02

14+

Thursday

7/28 - 9/8

6:30 - 7:30 pm

14+

Saturday

7/30 - 9/10 8:30 - 9:30 am $51/$57/$63 215701-04

CODE

$51/$57/$63 215701-03

WHEELING WALKS

Commit to 30 minutes of daily activity, and walking is an easy way to do that! Enjoy the beautiful path around Lake Heritage with friends.

For further information or updates, please contact Beth Harrington at bharrington@wheelingparkdistrict.com

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AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

All

Saturday

Year Round

9:30 am

Free

HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER SILVER SNEAKERS

The Wheeling Health & Fitness Center offers Silver Sneakers Yoga, Stay Fit, and Aqua Fit classes with a Health & Fitness Center Membership or purchase a Group Fitness Class Pass.

Check our website for the most current Group Exercise class schedule or stop by our Health & Fitness Center.

GET REIMBURSED FOR WORKING OUT

Many healthcare providers offer discounts, or even full reimbursements, for gym memberships. Call your insurance company today to find out if you are eligible.

As Wellness Manager, Beth Harrington is committed to helping you find your path to health and wellness.

If you need assistance reaching your fitness goals or have questions about fitness services or wellness programs, please contact Beth at: bharrington@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-7673

In addition to Silver Sneakers and Renew Active, the Wheeling Park District Health & Fitness Center participates in Prime and Healthy Contributions reimbursements.

Contact Beth Harrington for more information at 847-465-7673.

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